Beach2Beach
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Beach2Beach 2026 : event overview
Beach2Beach 2026 is a coastal running festival on 23 August 2026 on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Australia. The event has been held since 1994 and is organised by the Rotary Club of Brookvale. It includes multiple run distances and finishes at Newport Beach. Proceeds support local charitable organisations.
Distances and course details
- Half Marathon - Dee Why Beach to Newport Beach.
- 14 km - starts Dee Why Beach, runs around Dee Why Lagoon and along the coastline to Newport Beach.
- 6 km - starts Warriewood (Rat Park), passes Turimetta Headland, follows the coast to Newport Beach; the course does not include sand running.
- 3 km - starts Mona Vale (Apex Park), joins the 13 km and 6 km routes toward Newport Beach.
Charity and finish festival
The event raises funds for local charities and has supported organisations such as Life Education Australia, Northern Beaches Interchange, Surf Life Saving Northern Beaches, Without A Ribbon, Bear Cottage, OneEighty and Sunnyfield. A family-oriented Finish Festival at Newport Beach features live music, a licensed bar area, international food options and rides and games for children. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
